Career Evolution & Adaptability - The speaker's career path involved acting, blogging, journalism, and fashion, ultimately leading to a role as a digital social YouTube producer for CBC Kids [14] - The speaker highlights the importance of adaptability and open-mindedness in navigating a rapidly changing digital landscape [18] - Skills from various experiences, such as creativity from theater and problem-solving from blogging, proved beneficial in adapting to the digital world [18] - The speaker's current job as a digital social YouTube producer for CBC Kids did not exist when she was 16, emphasizing the evolving nature of careers [15] Technological Change & Impact - The speaker reflects on the rapid pace of technological change, from Hotmail to Blackberries to the first generation iPhone [1][3][4] - The emergence of creator-led content in 2010 raised questions about traditional art forms and the potential for self-production and distribution [5][6] - Journalism is evolving, requiring journalists to be multifaceted creators capable of reporting and packaging stories for online platforms [10] - The speaker experienced frustration with the constant updates and changes in software during her master's program [12] Personal Growth & Learning - The speaker initially resisted the constant changes in technology, preferring more rigid and straightforward approaches [6][12] - The speaker's master's program, despite feeling like a "crash course," prepared her for a job that didn't fully exist yet [13] - The speaker emphasizes the value of finishing what you start, even if you're unsure about your passion for it [11]